Food

Cocoa is often celebrated for its rich taste and its ability to satisfy chocolate cravings, but its benefits extend far beyond indulgence. Scientific research has uncovered that cocoa flavanols—compounds abu...

As many of you know, I have long advocated in favor of intermittent fasting. Intermittent fasting is widely praised for its many health benefits, particularly its positive effects on metabolic health. But a ...

It’s no secret that my wife and I spend a lot of time foraging in the woods. In recent years we have been expanding our knowledge of various mushrooms and recently have felt comfortable finding and eating lo...

We have clearly entered a new era when mainstream science has come to embrace the notion that nutrition exerts significant influence over various physiological functions, including immune regulation, and may...

Glyphosate, the active ingredient in many widely used herbicides like Roundup, has long been heralded by agribusiness as a miracle solution for weed control. Since its introduction in the 1970s, it has becom...

Seems like just about every week we hear about another superfood. I find that, by and large, when I investigate these products, there’s nothing all that “super” about them. But there is one new gem that I fe...

Sprouting, the process of germinating seeds, to grow into young plants, has been practiced for centuries across various cultures. This simple yet powerful technique is celebrated for its ability to enhance t...

Over the last couple of years, I’ve had the opportunity to serve on several scientific advisory boards with my colleague and friend, Dr. Robert Lustig. He’s certainly well known in the metabolism community, ...

For years I have been warning about the health threats associated with consuming ever-popular fast foods. Fast food consumption in America is a significant aspect of the country's food culture, reflecting a ...

I’ve been blogging and speaking about the health benefits of olive oil for quite some time, and with good reason. Olive oil, which is pretty much a staple in kitchens around the world, is not just celebrated...